Fastenal (FAST) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.46 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.48 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.46 per share a year ago.
For Fastenal's fourth quarter, Wall Street is looking for earnings per share of 48 cents from sales of $1.8 billion.
FAST's Q4 results are likely to reflect manufacturing growth, albeit at a slow pace, with a strong digital strategy and a balanced onsite/offsite mix. Yet, soft industrial markets are concerning.
Fastenal Company FAST will release its fourth-quarter financial results, before the opening bell, on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025.
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Fastenal Company FAST will release its fourth-quarter financial results, before the opening bell, on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025.
Fastenal has a robust dividend growth history, increasing dividends for 25 consecutive years, and a strong long-term track record of revenue and earnings growth. Shares are currently overvalued, trading at nearly 36 times 2024 earnings estimates, above the historical average, posing a risk to strong returns. I rate Fastenal as a hold, awaiting a valuation closer to my target range of 28 to 30 times earnings for a more attractive entry point.
FAST's average daily sales increase year over year, backed by strong trends across the total Manufacturing end market.
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FAST's average daily sales growth rate moderated sequentially in October, with improving heavy manufacturing end markets though declines in non-residential markets returned.
Fastenal FAST stock has increased more than 250% since 2016 due to customer growth, the growing number of Onsite locations, deepening service penetration, and improving business metrics. The rally in stock prices can continue because those factors continue to drive results.